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Name: Dr. Amina Yusuf
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +234 901 234 5678
Location: Abuja, Nigeria

A dedicated and experienced Psychiatrist with over a decade of expertise in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders in Nigeria, with a focus on Abuja. Proficient in providing evidence-based care, conducting psychological assessments, and developing personalized treatment plans for diverse patient populations. Committed to advancing mental health awareness and improving access to psychiatric services in Nigeria's capital city. A strong advocate for culturally sensitive care tailored to the unique challenges faced by individuals in Abuja and across Nigeria.

• Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)
  Nigeria Medical School, Lagos (2010-2016)
• Master of Psychiatry
  National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria (NPMCN), Abuja (2017-2019)
• Diploma in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
  African Mental Health Foundation, Nairobi, Kenya (2020)

National Hospital Abuja – Psychiatrist

July 2019 – Present

• Provided comprehensive psychiatric care to inpatients and outpatients, including diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up for conditions such as depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams (nurses, psychologists, social workers) to design individualized care plans for patients in Abuja’s urban and rural communities.
• Conducted psychiatric evaluations for legal cases referred by the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) judiciary, ensuring adherence to Nigerian medical and legal standards.
• Organized mental health awareness campaigns in Abuja schools, churches, and community centers to reduce stigma around mental illness.

Nigeria Mental Health Research Institute – Clinical Research Fellow

January 2018 – June 2019

• Conducted research on the prevalence of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among refugees in Abuja, publishing findings in the Nigerian Journal of Psychiatry.
• Contributed to a national study on the efficacy of telepsychiatry services in rural Nigeria, including Abuja’s satellite clinics.
• Presented research at the 2018 African Psychiatry Conference in Lagos, highlighting challenges faced by psychiatrists in Nigeria.

Abuja General Hospital – Resident Psychiatrist

July 2016 – December 2017

• Ran a psychiatric outpatient clinic serving over 50 patients weekly, focusing on substance use disorders and mood disorders.
• Provided emergency mental health interventions for patients with suicidal ideation or self-harm behaviors in Abuja’s trauma center.
• Trained junior medical staff on psychiatric first aid and crisis management protocols.

• Fellow of the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria (FNPMCN) – 2019
• Medical Council of Nigeria (MCN) Registration Number: MCN/123456/78
• Certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – American Psychological Association, 2020
• Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) Certification – Nigerian Society of Anaesthesiologists, 2018

• Clinical Psychopharmacology (antidepressants, antipsychotics, mood stabilizers)
• Psychiatric Assessment and Diagnosis (DSM-5 and ICD-10 standards)
• Cultural Competency in Nigerian Sociocultural Contexts
• Telepsychiatry Platforms (Zoom, WhatsApp for remote consultations in Abuja and rural areas)
• Public Speaking and Community Outreach (workshops on mental health in Abuja schools)

• Founder, Abuja Mental Health Alliance (AMHA) – 2021-present. A non-profit initiative providing free psychiatric screenings and counseling services to underserved communities in Abuja.
• Volunteer Psychiatrist, Nigerian Red Cross Society, Abuja Branch – 2017-2020. Provided trauma support to victims of the Boko Haram conflict and other emergencies.
• Guest Lecturer, College of Health Sciences, University of Abuja – 2019-2023. Taught courses on psychopharmacology and clinical psychiatry.

• "Mental Health Challenges in Abuja’s Urban Populations: A Case Study", Nigerian Journal of Psychiatry, 2021.
• "Telepsychiatry as a Solution for Rural Mental Health Access in Nigeria", African Journal of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, 2020.

Available upon request. References include former colleagues from the National Hospital Abuja, academic supervisors from the Nigerian Medical School, and community leaders in Abuja.